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A person’s life is often told through stories and pictures. In spite of being diagnosed with MS in 2001, my life prior to May 2013, when I was diagnosed with PML (a brain infection), is reflected in the stories of my family trips to Costa Rica, fishing with friends in Alaska and Oregon, camping for a week in Yellowstone for a bachelor party, and the simple home time spent with my other half, to name a few. Prior to May 2013, I helped to manage a team at Ventana Medical Systems named BMAC that made antibodies and control tissue for cancer diagnosis. Unfortunately, the combination of MS and PML has done considerable damage to my nerves and my brain. I took for granted, like most people, the little things in life, like walking, speaking clearly or even getting in and out of bed; I don’t anymore, I can’t. I am now confined to a wheelchair, have unclear speech, double-vision, and many other limitations that has resulted in my inability to care for myself. I would like to live a more independent life again, and walk again.

It is difficult to ask for help, and it is something that does not come easily for me. However, there are some things that would help me to attain some relief from my high healthcare, needed new AC (its 112 outside and the heat really negatively affects my MS) and caregiver costs (8-10 thousand a year), insurance deductibles and premiums (about 7 thousand a year). Unfortunately, insurance does not cover caregivers and daily medical needs.

To help with the financial challenge of my uninsured expenses, a fundraising campaign in my honor has been established with Help Hope Live, a nonprofit organization. All donations are tax-deductible to the full extent allowed by law. Any donation would aid in helping me keep my insurance, and gain the medical care I need. My family and I are grateful for your help.

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May 7, 2016

May 7, 2016

Your strength and fighting spirit inspires us every day. Proud to call you our friend!

Maria, Tricia, Frank, Pat, Phil, Erik, and Angela

April 19, 2016

Stay strong Ryan. We really miss you at Ventana.

Paco

April 9, 2016

You have been one of the bravest young men I have ever met. My prayers and thoughts are with you.
Stay strong and never give up. You have a lot of people that are praying for you.

Cindy Connolly

April 9, 2016

Miss you and your trio of sneezes.

Bridget

April 9, 2016

All the best bud,
Beat this thing..

Scott

March 17, 2016

Wishing you all the best, I hope you reach your goal and are able to get the glider soon! You truly are an inspiration.

Melissa

March 15, 2016

Best wishes Ryan! We hope you are able to get your glider. Thinking of you and looking forward to seeing you at the wedding!

Katie & Dan

March 8, 2016

So good to see you today, Ryan! You are an inspiration!

Dante and Mary

March 4, 2016

Ryan, even through the toughest, you have always stayed positive. You are a remarkable person. My prayers are with you.

Elaine Marchello

February 25, 2016

You are a super smart person and your strength inspires all of us. Sending you love.

Louella

February 25, 2016

Stay strong Ryan, you'll be in my thoughts my friend.

Izak Last

February 25, 2016

Hugs and love, Ryan!

Sarah Hicks

February 25, 2016

Dear Ryan, I know very well how devastating this situation is for you. I think about you and hope that you have many small successes in the future that then turn into large ones! I hope you and Patrick will continue communicating. And I will see you in the coming months when I get back up to Tucson.
Take care,
Lot's O Love,
Judith Stafford
(Pat's Mom)

Judith Stafford

February 26, 2016

Best of luck to you Ryan! I miss seeing you around campus.

Christina

February 26, 2016

Wishing you all the best Ryan! <3

Mica (Kamp) Tieman

February 26, 2016

Thinking of you, Ryan. I admire your courageous spirit and wish you all the best.

Bonnie Stone

February 26, 2016

Ryan,Your photos is full of light and smiles. Where there is light and smiles there is hope. Love from all of us here in Bisbee.

Helen Suby

February 26, 2016

You were a key member of ''the pack" in high school....my older son's inner circle of friends. You will always BE in that circle and a better bunch of kids, I never met. Stay strong...you are loved.

Karen Riggs

February 26, 2016

Let me know if we can do anything to help out around the house. Or if you want to play games or something to work on the hand-eye coordination. If we can cook dinner for you one day, or if you have a roller chariot (sounds cooler than wheelchair), I could take you around the neighborhood to watch sunsets. We could bring you over and let the dogs and cats cuddle with you. Whatever works for you.
We think about you often and hope every day is a tiny bit better. Message me if any of the above sounds like something you'd enjoy.

Mike Rak

February 26, 2016

I have know you since you were really young! You have a spirit that keeps you strong! You make me a better person!

Shawn

February 26, 2016

For the best big brother in the world. Love you so much!

Rebecca Noreen

February 26, 2016

stay strong and always be positive........ if there is anything else I can help with please let me know. I do heating and cooling plus have numerous other handy man skills.

Frederick Gray

February 26, 2016

Señor Norris, You've come such a long way. You'll get there, keep up the fight! Let us know any way we can help.